Highland Park, Texas

Highland Park at a glance

Highland Park is a town of about 2.3 square miles a few miles north of downtown Dallas. Together with University Park, it makes up the “Park Cities.” It is almost entirely residential, with established homes on landscaped lots, parks along Turtle Creek, and Highland Park Village at Mockingbird Lane and Preston Road.

Many homes here use “Dallas” in their mailing address even though they sit inside the Town of Highland Park, which has its own government and town services.

Areas to explore

Housing market

Highland Park is almost entirely single-family, with established homes on mature, tree-lined lots and many newer homes built where older houses were replaced. Inventory is limited because the town is small and fully developed. With so few sales, the typical value figure below can swing more from year to year than in larger cities; look closely at recent comparable sales and lot sizes.

Parks, recreation & things to do

Highland Park’s parks are small and landscaped; larger destinations are a short drive away in Dallas.

• In Highland ParkLakeside Park — About 14 acres of landscaped parkland along Turtle Creek between Beverly Drive and Armstrong Parkway.
• In Highland ParkFlippen Park — A small neighborhood park known for its gazebo, fountain, and seasonal plantings.
• In Highland ParkTown parks directory — The town maintains several smaller parks and green spaces; see the official directory for locations and amenities.
• Nearby · DallasKaty Trail and Klyde Warren Park — Trails and urban parks a short drive south in Uptown and downtown Dallas.

Dining, shopping & culture

• In Highland ParkHighland Park Village — Upscale shops, restaurants, and a historic theater along brick walkways at Mockingbird and Preston.
• Nearby · University ParkSnider Plaza — Local shops and restaurants next to SMU in neighboring University Park.
• Nearby · DallasUptown and the Dallas Arts District — Restaurants, museums, and performing arts a few miles south.

Getting around

• Main routes include the Dallas North Tollway, Preston Road, and Mockingbird Lane, with US-75 just to the east.
• Highland Park voters chose to withdraw from DART in a May 2, 2026 election. DART service within town limits is being discontinued; residents can still use DART stations in neighboring cities, such as Mockingbird Station in Dallas. The town has said it will evaluate other mobility options.
• Dallas Love Field is a short drive west, and downtown Dallas is a few miles south.

Schools

Highland Park ISD serves the Town of Highland Park, along with University Park and a small part of Dallas.

• Highland Park ISD

School assignments depend on the exact property address and can change. Confirm the district and assigned campuses with the district before you make an offer or sign a lease.

Keep exploring

Planning a move? Start with our home buying guide, home selling guide, or rental guide.